Cococina presents a vibrant Mediterranean market experience, drawing inspiration from North African and Moroccan culinary traditions. The restaurant is renowned for its authentic tagines, slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic spices and tender meats or vegetables, offering a true taste of the region. Guests can explore a curated selection of fresh, market-inspired dishes, highlighting seasonal ingredients prepared with bold flavors. The atmosphere is lively yet inviting, encouraging patrons to savor diverse mezzes and share a memorable dining journey. Cococina's commitment to traditional preparation methods ensures a deeply flavorful and engaging meal, celebrating the rich heritage of its Mediterranean roots.
Cococina has established itself as a vibrant hotspot in the Old Port of Montreal, widely praised for its stunning, Instagram-worthy interior design and a sophisticated supper club atmosphere defined by music and moody lighting. Many guests highlight the food as exceptional, noting flavorful, high-quality dishes that blend Moroccan and Mediterranean influences, with standout items like the roasted cauliflower and lamb. While the service is frequently described as attentive, professional, and welcoming, some experiences were impacted by inconsistencies, such as feeling rushed during peak hours or occasional lapses in coordination. Overall, the majority of patrons consider it a must-visit destination for a memorable evening, though some suggest that improvements regarding reservation logistics and menu transparency would further enhance the dining experience.
Decided to do a girls night out over there & everything was amazing. Our waitress Andrea gave us good recommendations & she would constantly check on us to see if we needed anything & the manager was sweet & funny! For me who is particularly picky, the vibe was 10/10 with the dj that really stood out starting at 10pm, the whole place was a completely different vibe which we all adored. Also, the food was sooo good especially the brie.
Terrible service! We had a confirmed reservation for a big groupe Saturday night. When we arrived we had to wait 45mins past our reservation time to be seated. When they did seat us the groupe before us was still leaving & the tables were not yet set up. The server came after 15 mins to see if we wanted any drinks & proposed to bring us water which took her another 15 mins to bring. Very disappointing so my boyfriend & I left. Super hyped but not worth it in my opinion.
Apr 26, 2026
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I had an amazing experience at Cococina. The food was absolutely delicious-fresh, full of flavor, & beautifully presented. Every dish we tried was on point, & you can really tell they take pride in what they serve.
What really stood out, though, was the service. Nelson was super great-friendly, attentive, & made us feel welcome right away. He went above & beyond to make sure everything was perfect, & it honestly made the whole experience even better.
I'll definitely be coming back & recommending Cococina to others. Highly worth it!
I want there with my friend on a friday night & let me tell you that the vibe was eveything! The perfect pick me up after a long week, the dj & staff were insane. Highly recommand
On February 27th, I was contacted regarding a potential influencer collaboration. I was away that week & suggested following up the next week. When I did, I received a response via Instagram that your influencer budget was exhausted for the next five weeks, & I was advised to follow up after the 5 week period. Following that guidance, I reached out again in early April to inquire politely about any updates.
Instead of receiving a professional response, I was blocked from your Instagram account, despite my follow-up being standard practice in my industry. When I attempted to call to speak with someone else, the same manager answered & responded dismissively, saying,'do what you want.' This reaction was both immature & unprofessional, & it reflects poorly on your establishment.
As a result, I have left a one-star review on Google & have decided not to visit your restaurant. I had intended to bring a large group for a friend's birthday this weekend, but canceled due to the unprofessional behavior I experienced.
I hope you take this feedback seriously as an opportunity to improve staff professionalism & the management of influencer outreach. Being reached out to first, only to be blocked & dismissed, is an embarrassing misstep for a high-end restaurant.
UPDATE:
It seems like the same rude manager that I spoke with keeps popping up & acting as if he's different people.
First of all, you reached out to me 2 months after my initial outreach. At that point, I had already forgotten & moved on to other projects.
After ONE polite follow up message (5 weeks later, as you requested), I was blocked from your professional Instagram account.
I'm happy to share the screenshots here for the public, as you wish.
The front-of-house service here is a disaster. We showed up for our scheduled reservation only to be barked at to wait downstairs because the table wasn't ready. No apology, no hospitality, just a rude attitude. If management thinks this is how you treat guests who arrive on time, they need a serious reality check. The worst experience I've had in the city
